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Barcazas

3.6 — based on 16 community signals
4.3 12 especies 32 colaboradores

Barcazas is a year-round dive destination off Colombia's coast, known for healthy coral reefs and diverse marine life.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
10.1 kn
Olas
1.12 m
Agua
29.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ENE (42%)
Now: NE (50°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.37m

Próxima: Baja a las 01:00 (+0.01m)

+0.4 m0 m+0.0 m
▼ 01:00 · +0.01m ▲ 06:00 · +0.07m ▼ 09:00 · +0.05m ▲ 18:00 · +0.35m Ahora +0.0m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV8.95 · very high Aire PM2.514 · moderate 05:45 17:55
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 11.5 1.12 9 0mm
09-19 9.5 1.12 7 4mm
09-20 8.1 0.72 8 5mm
09-21 7.2 0.5 8 1mm
09-22 6.2 0.52 8 12mm
09-23 10.3 0.7 8 4mm
09-24 8.9 0.66 8 2mm

About this spot

Barcazas sits in Colombian waters near Isla El Morro, offering divers access to vibrant reef systems that remain unstressed by coral bleaching. The site welcomes divers throughout the year, making it a flexible choice for planning Caribbean trips. With 12 documented species observations and active community engagement, the spot has enough marine biodiversity to hold your interest across multiple dives. The reef structure supports a healthy coral ecosystem. Local divers have recorded footage showing the site's potential, with three community videos available for reference before you commit to a trip. This indicates an established community of divers who know the conditions and can offer useful local insight. Barcazas operates outside marine protected areas, which means standard access rules apply. The combination of year-round availability, documented marine life, and accessible conditions make it worth considering if you're planning dives in Colombia's Caribbean region. Check current conditions with local operators before booking, as underwater conditions can shift seasonally.

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Mejores meses

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B · 110V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 7567km · ~1740kg · €31

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 93/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 12h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 0h

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Barcazas?

Barcazas is diveable year-round, so you can plan based on your schedule and other factors like travel costs or regional weather. Check local conditions closer to your trip date for any seasonal changes.

What's the difficulty level and depth range?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings for Barcazas aren't documented in available sources. Contact local dive operators in Colombia for details on site conditions, maximum depths, and recommended experience levels.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at Barcazas, indicating decent biodiversity. Coral reefs are showing no stress from bleaching, suggesting a healthy ecosystem. Community videos provide visual examples of what divers have encountered.

Do I need permits or special access to dive here?

Barcazas is not inside a marine protected area, so standard Colombian diving regulations apply. Always check current rules with local operators and authorities before diving, as regulations can change.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Caribbean Pro Dive Center

1.3 km
Centro de buceo
Horario: Mo-Su 07:00-19:30

Ocean Lovers Taganga

3.8 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +573043263342
Horario: Every day from 7am-7pm.

Santa marta dive

1.3 km
Centro de buceo

Aquantis Dive Center

3.7 km
Centro de buceo

Aquarius

3.8 km
Centro de buceo

Oceano Scuba Centro de Buceo

3.8 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +57(5)4219004
Horario: Mo-Su 08:00-12:00, 14:00-20:00

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

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David Navia
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: May (100/100) Worst: Jul (0/100) Now: Sep (24/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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